Yes, there are other ways than ARF. Flying is not the only thing people enjoy about this hobby. In fact, for many people, building the plane provides more enjoyment than actually flying. If someone wants to build their first plane, great! If someone wants to assemble an ARF as their first plane, great! This hobby is all about doing what each of us enjoys, rather than conforming to someone else's idea of what's most economical, or fastest to get into the air.